Das Gesetz
Example: Das neue Gesetz schützt die Rechte der Arbeitnehmer besser.
Definition
"Das Gesetz" refers to a law or legal regulation established by an authority to regulate behavior, maintain order, or protect rights within a society. For example, "Das neue Gesetz schützt die Rechte der Arbeitnehmer besser" means the new law better protects workers' rights.
Etymology
The word "das Gesetz" comes from the German verb 'setzen,' meaning 'to set' or 'to place.' It originally referred to something that is set or established, like a rule or law. Did you know that "Gesetz" essentially means 'that which is set down'?
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"Das Gesetz" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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